We are a dynamic medium sized construction company involved in
the Building & Civil Engineering and Real Estate sectors.
Quantity Surveyor
Reporting to the Projects Manager, the primary duties and
responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor shall include but not be limited to
the following project pre-contract and post-contract tasks :-
- Preparation
of budget/preliminary cost estimate from preliminary drawings with view of
establishing cost limit.
- Cost
check during detailed design to ensure budget conforms to design.
- Advising
on design economies and financial implications of project proposals
- Taking
measurements on site and from detailed drawings and preparing bills of
quantities.
- Preparation
and pricing of Bills of Quantities, specifications, schedules of
materials, labour and services
- Preparation
of final / pre-tender estimates
- Preparation
of tender analysis and evaluation reports for the project.
- Drawing
up construction contract documents
- Cost
control during implementation by variations and advising on financial
implications.
- Preparation
of periodic/interim valuations of work done for issuance of certificate of
payment
- Advising
on the cost implications of design alternatives if considered
- Re-measure
all provisional works as they are executed and valuation of variations
- Preparation
of project financial appraisals
- Advising
on dispute resolution and arbitration / litigation.
- Represent
the company in meetings with the client and consultant
The candidate must have the following skills and qualifications:-
- Minimum
Higher National Diploma in Building Economics
- A
Degree in Building Economics or Quantity Surveying from a recognized
institution will be an added advantage
- Registration
with the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of
Kenya or members of a recognized professional body will be an added
advantage
- Must
have at least 5 years quantity surveying experience gained in a busy a
construction company or consultancy environment
- Must
be computer literate and have proficiency in quantity surveying software
such as MS Project, WINQS, Primavera or Master bill.
- Must
possess excellent communication skills
- Ability
to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
is crucial.
- Must
be capable of working on projects with very tight deadlines
- Must
be flexible to varying working hours
- A
mature individual with high level of discretion and unquestionable
integrity
Administrative Assistant
Reporting to the HR / Admin Manager, the Administrative
Assistant Administrator will be required to provide administrative support to
both internal and external parties.
His or her primary responsibilities will include:-
- Handling
of all incoming and outgoing calls
- Ensures
all visitors are well received and attended to as well as ensuring the
front office is kept clean and tidy.
- Filing
of all company documents and correspondence as per prescribed system.
- Ensures
that the office and insurance licenses and are up to date
- Supervises
the Drivers and Office Assistants to ensure delivery on delegated duties.
- Organizing
and ensuring effective and efficient utilization of company vehicles
- Responsible
for managing office equipment and software
- Oversees
monthly departmental expenditure
- Ensures
that all bills are paid on time
- Making
flight bookings for members of staff as requested
- Preparation
of reports as required
The candidate must have the following skills and
qualifications:-
- Diploma
in Business Administration from a recognized institution
- Degree
in Business Administration will be an added advantage
- Minimum
5 years experience in a similar position (preferably in busy working
environment
- Basic
Financial/ Accounting experience will be an added advantage
- Computer
proficient (MS Office)
- Excellent
interpersonal and communications skills that will enable the person
appropriately interact with customers tactfully
- Excellent
customer service skills
- Ability
to multi-task and work in a fast-paced office setting
- Attentive
to details
- Excellent
phone etiquette
- Team
oriented, flexible and adaptable, with positive attitude and strong work
ethic
- Strong
interpersonal skills
- Excellent
oral, written and organizational skills
- Strong
persuasion and negotiation skills
- Ability
to work under pressure
- Must
have the ability to prioritize duties and work under minimal supervision
- Ability
to make decisions
- Must
be self-driven, confident and highly organized
- Ability
to work under minimum supervision
- Highest
level integrity and professionalism.
Accounts Assistant
Reporting to the Finance Team Leader, the primary responsibilities
for the Accounts Assistant and will include:-
- Being
the company’s appointed bank agent
- Writing
of cheques and payment vouchers
- Processing
and disbursing cash as per requirements
- Processing
and posting project expenses
- Posting
cash transactions onto the system
- Filing
of all related documents
The candidate must have the following skills and
qualifications:-
- CPA
1 section 3
- Excellent
analytical skills.
- Highly
motivated, energetic, independent self-starter with strong communication
skills.
- Proficiency
in MS office (Word/Excel)
- Demonstrate
proficiency in accounting software packages with a bias in Sage/Pastel
Accounting is an added advantage
- Demonstrated
analytical, problem solving, time management and organizational skills
- Ability
to work under pressure, deliver quality results and meet deadlines
- Honest
and of high integrity
- Team
player, flexible and adaptable to different work conditions
If you feel you meet the requirements for these position, send
your application letter clearly indicating the position on the email subject
along with an updated CV and telephone contacts of three professional
referees to:
The Human Resources Manager,
Email: hrmtalent@gmail.com
so as to be received not later than 5th November ,
2012.
Kindly indicated your current and expected remuneration
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.